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Level 2 National Certificate for Designated Premises Supervisors
- This qualification is applicable to candidates within England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
What is the BIIAB Level 2 National Certificate for Designated Premises Supervisors NCDPS?
Who is this qualification for?
What does the qualification cover?
Why choose the BIIAB Level 2 NCDPS ? How long is the training course, where can I take it, and how much will it cost?What is the BIIAB and what other qualifications are available?
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What is the BIIAB Level 2 NCDPS?
The BIIAB Level 2 NCDPS was developed in conjunction with local government, the police and the industry, to support the new post of designated premises supervisor created by the Licensing Act 2003.
It is designed to provide designated premises supervisors with an understanding of their role and the responsibilities both within the Licensing Act 2003, and other regulatory issues in addition to those covered in the Act. The qualification also addresses the practical day-to-day issues involved in running a licensed premises.
The BIIAB Level 2 NCDPS is a nationally recognised qualification for both existing designated premises supervisors, and those who may be required to take up this post in the future, working in any type of licensed premises including:
- pubs and bars
- hotels and restaurants
- off-licences, supermarkets and convenience stores
- sports and social clubs
- nightclubs and entertainment establishments
- and any other venue or site where alcohol is sold.
What does the qualification cover?
The BIIAB Level 2 NCDPS covers the following topics:
- the roles and responsibilities of the designated premises supervisor
- the licensable activities carried out in licensed premises
- the requirements of legislation and best practice to support the four licensing objectives
- how to conduct a risk assessment, and how it is used to underpin the operating schedule
- the relationship between the operating schedule and management controls.
Why choose the BIIAB Level 2 NCDPS?
- BIIAB is the wholly-owned awarding body of BII, the professional body for the licensed retail sector, which has the fastest growing professional membership of over 17,000.
- With over 26 years of experience, BIIAB is the market leader in developing and awarding qualifications for the licensed retail sector.
- BIIAB has processed over 1 million qualifications.
- BIIAB currently approves 600 centres, across 6,000 locations in the UK, to deliver training and BIIAB examinations.
- All BIIAB qualifications provide solutions to specific market requirements, deliver real business benefits, and support careers in licensed retail for every type of premises.
- BII and BIIAB offer support and qualifications at every stage of your career.
"BIIAB’ s greatest strength is that, unlike our competitors, it is not simply an Awarding Body. BIIAB is part of BII the thriving professional membership body for the Licensed Retail Sector. We are uniquely placed to provide a one-stop-shop for the industry - from a full portfolio of qualifications to support professionals through every stage of their career, to the additional support, status and benefits that BII membership offers.
We’re passionate about what we do and can guarantee that you’ll get the best service possible. Why go anywhere else?"
Cathie Smith, Director of BIIAB
How long is the training course, where can I take it, and how much will it cost?
Candidates should have achieved the BIIAB Level 2 NCPLH, or possess equivalent knowledge prior to taking the BIIAB Level 2 NCDPS. The BIIAB Level 2 NCDPS has been designed to be deliverable in one day (although longer tuition or self-study options may be available) followed by a short multiple-choice examination. A comprehensive handbook presented in an easy-to-follow format, supports the qualification and covers all the information needed for the examination.
Courses are regularly held throughout England and Wales by BIIAB approved centres. Click here to find an approved centre near you . The course prices are set by each BIIAB approved centre.
What is the BIIAB and what other qualifications are available?
BIIAB is the dedicated awarding body for the licensed retail sector. BIIAB specialises in developing and awarding qualifications to support the licensed retail sector at all levels. BIIAB’ s career path for licensed retailers ensures that training and qualifications are relevant for all job roles in the industry, from bar and retail staff through to advanced business managers.
The BIIAB portfolio includes qualifications for:
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staff development
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licensing
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new licensed retail managers
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management development.
For more information about any of the BIIAB qualifications, or BIIAB approved centres which offer them, please contact the Qualifications Department on 01276 684449, visit www.biiab.org or email qualifications@bii.org
